Every time Olivia gets chemo, I notice she has this certain look- she looks very tired, droopy and dark under eye circles, and physically tired as well. I remember back in the intense phase of her treatment (delayed intensification), it was hard to recognize her as she would look really different after chemo. You know her body is taking a toll from all the toxic medication. You can't help but cry because you feel helpless. These are things of the past that makes us appreciate and feel blessed to be where we are now.
A few days after her monthly chemo, and with the help of the steroids to increase her appetite, you will notice a certain glow, I call the after chemo glow. I took her out to breakfast and she told me it's the best day ever! I'm so happy to see her with so much joy and how she appreciates the most simple things.
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| Olivia 2 days after Chemo (Maintenance cycle 4) |
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| Olivia 1 week after chemo |
We will overcome all these in God's mercy.Hang in there.
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